Do you believe all Japanese teas are alike, without a ranking system like wine or whiskey?
In fact, Japanese tea also has its own sophisticated hierarchy, with an exclusive top tier of ‘unparalleled premium Japanese teas’ produced in extremely limited quantities. These teas represent the pinnacle of Japan’s tea craftsmanship.
Japanese tea can be categorized into three distinct tiers.
The first tier includes everyday teas that are widely available in supermarkets.
The second tier consists of specialty teas, exclusively offered at dedicated Japanese tea shops, which provide a more refined experience.
The third and most coveted tier features rare teas that are exceptionally scarce and enjoyed only by a fortunate few.
Rare teas of this caliber are cultivated using organic, pesticide-free methods and nurtured with expertly crafted fermented fertilizers developed by skilled tea farmers.
Furthermore, only the very first tender buds harvested at the start of the season in early May, are used to create these exceptional teas.
Much like fine wine or whiskey, these exceptional teas are crafted by professional tea blenders who carefully evaluate the unique characteristics of each year's harvest.
They decide whether to use a single-origin tea leaf or create a harmonious blend, adjusting the ratios of multiple varieties to achieve the ultimate flavor profile.
Once perfected, these teas are stored under refrigeration to preserve their freshness and quality, much like premium wines, until the moment they are served.
These rare teas have been served to the Japanese Emperor and presented as a gesture of hospitality at prestigious events such as the G7 Summits, offering a taste of Japan’s finest to global leaders.
Each tea is labeled with meticulous detail, including its region of origin, processing method (such as sencha or gyokuro), harvest year, and the specific tea cultivar used.
At Phenimax, we proudly offer extremely rare, organic, and pesticide-free Japanese teas enjoyed by the world’s most elite.
「An Unparalleled Japanese Tea Yet to Be Experienced by the World's Elite
Phenimax also offers an even higher tier of Japanese tea available in limited quantities—the exquisite "Temomi-cha" (hand-rolled tea).
In Japan, 99.99999% of tea is processed using machinery after harvest.
However, there exists a unique hand-processing technique known as Temomi-cha, officially recognized by the Japanese government as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.
This exquisite tea is crafted entirely by hand over the course of more than eight hours, showcasing the artistry and dedication inherent in traditional tea-making.
Compared to machine-made tea, the difference is immediately apparent.
Each tea leaf is shaped like a fine, slender needle, and after brewing, the tea leaves remarkably return to their original form, showcasing their pristine quality.
The tea leaves regain a vibrant pale green hue, reflecting that only the freshest young buds were used.
The brewed tea itself boasts a delicate color—a harmonious blend of yellow and green—and carries a refined sweetness, reminiscent of an elegant savory broth.
This is the essence of authentic Japanese tea, meticulously preserved and passed down through centuries of tradition.
If you’ve always associated Japanese tea with a deep green color, reconsider.
If you’ve believed Japanese tea to be bitter and astringent, prepare to be surprised.
This is a masterpiece that will redefine your understanding of Japanese tea.
Imagine enjoying tea made exclusively from freshly harvested young buds while surrounded by serene mountain tea fields and feeling the gentle mountain breeze.
This tea invites you into a meditative world, offering an experience of unparalleled tranquility.
We invite you to engage not just your five senses, but your sixth sense as well.
Rather than drinking in large gulps, savor it slowly in small amounts to fully appreciate its essence.
To enhance this experience, we provide a specialized "Hira-Hohin" teapot, designed for premium Japanese tea, along with elegantly crafted small teacups.
This exceptional grade of tea represents an unparalleled masterpiece, available exclusively through Phenimax—an exquisite embodiment of Japanese tea at its finest.
Tanaka, the founder of Beauty & Health Research Inc. (California, USA), a company dedicated to the relentless pursuit of number 1 world-class supplement quality, proudly presents this extraordinary organic Japanese tea. Harvested directly from his birthplace in Japan, this tea redefines the culmination of centuries of tradition and craftsmanship, offering the pinnacle of excellence for discerning tea enthusiasts around the globe.
To maintain its exceptional quality, Phenimax’s tea is carefully refrigerated until the moment of shipment. Upon receipt, we highly recommend refrigerating the tea to preserve its freshness and flavor.
Discover the ultimate expression of Japanese tea with Phenimax, where tradition and innovation come together to offer an unparalleled tea experience.
